http://www.sheknows.com/authors/tiernan-mckay/articles Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/962407/when-your-tween-is-moody Some parents may think that major moodiness doesn’t surface in full force until the teenage years, but tweens can definitely push the patience when it comes to moody outbursts. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/962407/when-your-tween-is-moody Tiernan McKay Fri, 08 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961913/be-an-advocate-for-your-child When a child isn’t able or prepared to advocate for himself, a parent is often the best person to speak on behalf of her child, no matter what the circumstance. Are you ready to step into those shoes? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961913/be-an-advocate-for-your-child Tiernan McKay Tue, 05 Jun 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961597/my-baby-has-a-funny-shaped-head New moms are constantly checking to make sure their babies are on pace when it comes to developmental milestones. In the early weeks and months of a baby’s life, head shape can be a concern, but should it be? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961597/my-baby-has-a-funny-shaped-head Tiernan McKay Fri, 01 Jun 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961331/getting-your-child-to-focus-during-homework If you have a wiggly child, you know how hard it is to keep him focused on the task at hand, especially when it comes to homework. If you’re tired of asking him to sit still, here’s an idea: Stop! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961331/getting-your-child-to-focus-during-homework Tiernan McKay Tue, 29 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960899/easy-science-activities-for-kids Wouldn’t it be great to be the coolest mom on the block? Take a step closer to super mom status by doing some simple science projects with your kids this summer. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960899/easy-science-activities-for-kids Tiernan McKay Mon, 21 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960241/signing-waivers-for-play-dates Play dates are a part of the bedrock of childhood. They help our kids learn to socialize, respect authority and develop friendships . How do you feel about having to sign a waiver before your child skips off into her friend’s backyard? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960241/signing-waivers-for-play-dates Tiernan McKay Mon, 14 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959117/when-your-child-is-a-bully What is a parent's responsibility regarding the decisions kids make, especially when they decide to bully another child? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959117/when-your-child-is-a-bully Tiernan McKay Wed, 09 May 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958791/my-preschooler-is-depressed Depression is a grown-up word that doesn't discriminate when it comes to age. Have you ever wondered if your preschooler could be depressed? It's possible. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958791/my-preschooler-is-depressed Tiernan McKay Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/957099/downside-to-having-a-smart-kid Raising an academic overachieving child can be both invigorating and exhausting. When children set their own bar extremely high, how can parents keep them grounded? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/957099/downside-to-having-a-smart-kid Tiernan McKay Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/956423/kids-and-homework Parents have an odd relationship with homework. We like to see our kids learning, hashing out answers and exploring possible outcomes, but we also want them to shine in the classroom. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/956423/kids-and-homework Tiernan McKay Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/956079/toddler-dies-in-washing-machine-accident Parents are tuned into potential dangers around the house like chemical cleaners, swimming pools and a long flight of stairs -- but a washing machine can be just as dangerous. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/956079/toddler-dies-in-washing-machine-accident Tiernan McKay Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/955881/snooping-on-your-teen When you're parenting a teen, the urge to snoop is pretty powerful, but there are bigger issues to consider beyond the tidbit of information you may stumble upon. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/955881/snooping-on-your-teen Tiernan McKay Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954925/anti-social-kids-in-a-social-networking-world In a world that has kids bouncing back and forth between one electronic device to another, our kids – especially our daughters -- could be stunting their own social development. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954925/anti-social-kids-in-a-social-networking-world Tiernan McKay Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954379/teen-drug-use If you regularly test your teen for drugs or are considering doing so, you may be surprised to hear that many new drug trends cannot be detected by drug tests. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954379/teen-drug-use Tiernan McKay Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/953683/can-you-steer-your-kids-away-from-facebook Social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter have become a part of our culture’s fabric, but can parents of today’s toddlers steer them away from posting and tweeting when they come of age? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/953683/can-you-steer-your-kids-away-from-facebook Tiernan McKay Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/953521/is-my-teen-being-blackmailed It seems the issue of bullying will never go away. Trends in bullying are becoming even more disturbing and damaging. Some bullies are even resorting to blackmail tactics. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/953521/is-my-teen-being-blackmailed Tiernan McKay Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952973/parenting-in-the-reality-talent-show-age Through the years, plenty of parents have groomed their kids for careers in professional sports, but in today's age of reality TV, many parents find themselves preparing their kids for super stardom. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952973/parenting-in-the-reality-talent-show-age Tiernan McKay Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952695/could-your-childs-vaccines-be-compromised One of the hottest parenting topics just got a little hotter. A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that vaccines may not be as effective in children exposed to perfluorinated compounds. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952695/could-your-childs-vaccines-be-compromised Tiernan McKay Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952559/cuckoo-for-coconut-oil As a parent, you will probably go to great lengths to keep your kids healthy, but you may be overlooking one of the most powerful and effective healing products available: coconut oil. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952559/cuckoo-for-coconut-oil Tiernan McKay Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:05:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952105/when-education-becomes-violent There was a time was school was all about learning. With the recent barrage of school shootings and violence, our kids are facing challenges much more significant than trigonometry and AP history when they walk through the doors each morning. When education becomes violent, how can we keep our kids safe? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/952105/when-education-becomes-violent Tiernan McKay